A training film in the U.S. depicts techniques of formation flight by helicopters while in flight over an enemy territory.

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United States USA Date:1970Duration:2 min 33 secSound:Yes

A training film in the United States on tactical operations of U.S. Air Force UH-1 Iroquois helicopters. Helicopters in flight over a wooded area in an enemy territory. Animation depicts helicopters flying in formation. A distance of 300 to 400 meters is maintained by the helicopters while flying in formation. Maintaining their positions is necessary. They never fly on the same track. Firing should not be undertaken until friendly forces are located especially in the cases where the unit requires to furnish fire support with no prior knowledge of the ground plan.